Hey, if I wanted to learn a bit about multi-unit tactics, what would be a good game to play?

Ideally either something up to two console generations old (so emulation is easy and solid), or PS4/Mac.

I'm not looking for an exhaustive simulation, just Baby's First Tactics. Ideally with some in-game hand-holding on basic tactical considerations because I know next to nothing...

@anthracite I honestly would suggest X:Com Enemy Unknown/Within (the first of the current gen x-coms) its good for drilling in small fire-team tactics like cover, flanking maneuvering, situational awareness, and how important logistics and intel is to a fight. Since I've got most of the missions and variations locked in, I know what my force requirements are, and what roles are always important to have highest ranks in.

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@anthracite And there is a pretty decent mac version available, and its on consoles too.

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